1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 680 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Beetle |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |